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Seattle Mom Prom was this weekend, and we had a BLAST for an amazing cause. This was the 4th annual event organized by a local mom Myla Rugge (@SeattleMomProm). She is amazing, and does all of this out of the goodness of her heart for an organization--Postpartum Support International--that she … [Read more...]
Mental Health Month is all about breaking down barriers, changing perceptions, and fighting stigma. So I'm working on an upcoming post that I hope will do just that. But I need your help!! I'm creating a photo collage in honor of May as Mental Health Month." I'm inviting those of you who battle … [Read more...]
Yesterday I admitted my mental health is suffering. I felt so fortunate to get a quick appointment with my psychiatrist today. I truly am lucky that I can reach her quickly and schedule an appointment when I really need it. I know lots of mental health treatment does not go so smoothly. So with … [Read more...]
You know part of the problem about blogging about my own mental health is that one day (or a string of days) I can be feeling quite good. I can write a post about how things are working, how balanced I feel. Then in the blink of an eye that can change. Could be lack of sleep, or fighting off a … [Read more...]
Please don't forget to join Postpartum Progress today for the 5th Annual Mothers Day Rally for Moms' Mental Health starting tonight at 9pm PT/Midnight ET, one post every hour on the hour. (Mine is at 3am PT/6am ET) Today I honor Mothers. But wait. I know for many, Mother’s Day is not … [Read more...]
Misunderstanding. Misdiagnosis. Chemistry experiments. Intensive therapy. Weight gain. Weight loss. Depression. Mania. Suicidal thoughts. Accompanying anxiety. Substance abuse. Living with bipolar disorder is fraught with a load of obstacles. According to the National … [Read more...]
I am so honored to be a part of this event on Mother's Day and during Maternal Mental Health Month! Sunday, May 12th is the 5th annual Mother's Day Rally for Moms' Mental Health, featuring 24 letters from survivors of PPD, postpartum anxiety, postpartum OCD, depression after weaning and/or … [Read more...]
Finding HOPE in the midst of postpartum depression can be so very trying . I know, I've been there. I understand the isolation, the guilt, the desire to run away. Right now--today--are you struggling? Do you feel like no one will ever understand? Do you feel like a terrible … [Read more...]
Mental health is obviously a big theme around here. Not just the nitty gritty details of mental illness and suicide, but the impact of motherhood on mental health. The every day stuff, as well as the hard to read and hard to think about topics. This May 2013 is Mental Health Awareness Month … [Read more...]
Attention women of the Seattle Area! The Seattle Mom Prom an annual celebration of moms (a ladies-only, not moms-only event) is May 18th, 2013 from 8pm to Midnight at the Fremont Abbey (4272 Fremont Ave N, Seattle, WA). This ultimate ladies night out is a benefit for Postpartum … [Read more...]
You know I had thoughts of running away from my life this week. And when I'm THAT stressed out I know how important it is to get out of the house and enjoy the good things in life, like the fact that the weather turned suddenly warm and sunny. We had a park play date with Ronin's … [Read more...]
Some days I want to run away from my life. Seriously. I bet at least one or two of you understand. Am I right? It's not that I don't love my family, my husband, my kids, my home. I do. Intensely. But I'm not here to make excuses for my feelings. I just want to share them and hope you … [Read more...]
"Keep Calm. You're a Good Mom." In fact, you're a GREAT Mom. You are the PERFECT Mom for your child. Just the way you are. Doing your best each and every day. Even on your bad days. There is no other Mom your child wants or needs. Their love for YOU proves it. Just ask them. … [Read more...]
A friend of mine Alyssa, posted this today about her son Carter (who is a friend of my son Ronin) for World Autism Awareness Day today. I asked her if I could share because it is just so beautiful and I want to spread awareness and information. From Alyssa, Mom of 2: "This is what Autism looks … [Read more...]
Have you guys seen this Change.org petition asking Victoria's Secret to Pull "Pretty Young Things" line from VS shelves? Its gotten a ton of recent media attention, and a friend of mine Diana is the mom of 4 who started it. She was even on CNN last week, which is amazing. The power of social media … [Read more...]
Marriage equality activists are protesting outside the Supreme Court today, as the nation's highest court begins two days of hearings about two same-sex marriage laws. And on Facebook and other social media, "demonstrations" are also taking place as marriage equality supporters are sharing and … [Read more...]
Attention women of the Seattle Area! The Seattle Mom Prom an annual celebration of moms (a ladies-only, not moms-only event) is scheduled for May 18th, 2013 at the Fremont Abbey (4272 Fremont Ave N, Seattle, WA). This event is a benefit for Postpartum Support International of Washington, a … [Read more...]
Words truly have power. The words we tell ourselves, but also the words we use with others. Words can hurt. AND Words can heal. Its up to us to choose wisely. The way we talk to ourselves--our own inner dialog--and the way we express our thoughts to others truly makes a … [Read more...]
Last Thursday I received a phone call from a producer at Anderson Live daytime TV show. "Hi Cristi. Would you be interested in being a guest on our show next Tuesday about the Parenting.com story Xanax Make Me a Better Mom." The story had gone viral and was making news. After panicking for a bit, … [Read more...]
Just an update to Washington State Suicide Prevention Legislation Bill (HB1336), introduced by WA Representative Tina Orwall that I posted about last month. From Rep. Orwll's office, 3/4/13: "Rep. Orwall’s troubled youth bill, ESHB 1336, passed the House today with bipartisan support, … [Read more...]
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